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Green Chile Chicken Tamale Casserole

This comforting casserole blends shredded chicken, vibrant green chiles, and a cheesy topping for a satisfying meal that’s perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food, Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie chicken works great!)
  • 2 cups green chile sauce
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped cilantro for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, black beans, green chile sauce, and cumin. Mix well.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together cornmeal, baking powder, chicken broth, salt, and pepper.
  4. Gently fold the chicken and green chile mixture into the cornmeal batter.
  5. Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  6. Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the top.
Baking
  1. Bake for about 30 minutes, or until golden and bubbly.
Serving
  1. Let the casserole cool for a few minutes, then top with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

For a vegetarian option, replace chicken with sautéed vegetables. Prepare the casserole a day in advance for better flavor meld. Monitor cheese to prevent burning.